BACHELOR’S DEGREE
AI & Data Science
Artificial Intelligence is profoundly transforming the industrial landscape, revolutionizing key sectors such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and retail, bringing innovations that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and open new market opportunities.
The Bachelor’s Degree in AI & Data Science opens doors to various industries, including healthcare, finance, manufacturing, advertising, education, and many others, offering extensive career opportunities.
WHO DELIVERS THE COURSE
H-FARM College
in partnership with:
TITLE
Bachelor’s of Science – University of Chichester
START AND DURATION
September 2025 (lessons from mid-September to mid-June)
LOCATION
H-FARM Campus – Roncade (TV)
LESSONS FORMAT
Full-time, in person
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of the students complete the program within the expected timeframe
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of the students receive a job offer from the company where they did their internship
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Average grade of graduating students.
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Meetings with guest speakers, startuppers and CEO per year
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Of the students who choose to work after graduation, finds employment within 6 months.
Why a Bachelor’s Degree in AI & Data Science
Artificial intelligence and data management experts, cybersecurity professionals and cloud engineers are among the 15 professions currently most in demand in Italy according to Linkedin.
After graduating in AI & Data Science you will have acquired solid foundations to face the challenges of digital transformation in the data era, your skills can be applied in different sectors: from finance to e-commerce, through healthcare, IT and much more.
Students will delve into topics such as Neural Networks, Deep Learning, and Natural Language Processing (NLP), gaining advanced tools to analyze data and apply Machine Learning in business contexts. The program features cutting-edge technologies, including AI Automation and Quantum Computing, alongside practical applications of Computer Vision and Reinforcement Learning, relevant to autonomous vehicles and robotics.
Key topics include AI in Manufacturing, Chatbots, Climate Change Solutions, and Fraud Detection, exploring AI’s role in operational and sustainable domains. Advanced modules, such as AI Agents, Generative AI, and Cognitive Architectures, prepare students to design intelligent and adaptive systems, while Large Language Models and Self-Healing Systems highlight the operational efficiency of advanced models.
Technical courses on Inference Time Compute, Diffusion Models, and Decision Support Systems equip students with strategic AI skills for real-time analytics and decision-making. The program is rounded out with a focus on AI & Ethics, promoting the responsible use of artificial intelligence.
The Bachelor’s Degree in AI & Data Science Curriculum
YEAR I:
BUILD YOUR FOUNDATIONS
CURRICULAR COURSES
Single variable analysis with application to economics – 10 ECTS
Business English – 10 ECTS
Basic Programming and Python – 10 ECTS
Matrices and Linear algebra for Stat – 10 ECTS
Discrete Probability – 10 ECTS
Algorithms and Data Structures – 10 ECTS
ENHANCING COURSES
Mandatory: TBA
Four courses of your choice among: TBA
YEAR II:
DEVELOP YOUR VERTICAL SKILLS
CURRICULAR COURSES
Two variables analysis with applications to computer sciences – 10 ECTS
Software Engineering – 10 ECTS
Introduction to Data Bases – 10 ECTS
Statistics with Rstudio – 10 ECTS
Economics for Information Technologists – 10 ECTS
Basics of Machine Learning – 10 ECTS
ENHANCING COURSES
Mandatory: TBA
Four courses of your choice among: TBA
YEAR III:
GET READY FOR ANY POSSIBLE FUTURE
CURRICULAR COURSES
Multivariable statistics – 10 ECTS
Big Data – 10 ECTS
Neural Network for machine learning – 10 ECTS
Experiential term (Internship, Pre Accelerator Camp, Dissertation) – 30 ECTS
ENHANCING COURSES
Mandatory: TBA
Two courses of your choice among: TBA
The Enhancing Courses of the Bachelor’s Degree in AI & Data Science for the academic year 2024/2025 are under development. Below, you can find the list of enhancing courses offered in the academic year 2023/2024.
- Research Methods 1
- Presentation Skills, Techniques & Tools
- From Ideation to Presentation: Mastering the Art of Business Creation
- Business English
- Excel: Zero to Hero
- Public Speaking and Debating Skills
- Think Visually, Communicate Strategically
- Introduction to AI
- Ethics of AI
- Foresight and future scenario analysis
- Growth Mindset
- Machine Learning: Zero to Hero
- Data SQL: Zero to Hero
- Generative AI
- Omnichannel: dealing with complex strategies
- Strategic Finance: Planning and Raising Funds for Success
- Leadership and Influencing
- The Exponential Future – Next 10’000 days
- Creation at light speed: Mastering the Art of Building PoCs and MVPs
- Innovation in the Digital Age: Mastering the Art of Business Models
LEARNING
OBJECTIVES
A solid foundation in mathematics, statistics, programming, and machine learning, preparing you for a career in the world of AI and Data Science.
DIRECT ACCESS TO THE JOB MARKET
This course not only prepares graduates for today’s data-centric professions but also equips them with the skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving technological landscape
LONG TERM SUCCESS
Employment opportunities and professional prospects for graduates are diverse and promising as an increasing number of entities rely on data and AI. Students choosing to engage in this field are laying the foundation for long-term success.
Enhancing Courses
Enhancing Courses are a series of extra-curricular courses that integrate the knowledge provided by their academic pathway with practical skills of broad application.
Students will learn to understand their skill profile, cultivate a personal learning agenda, and develop a set of knowledge and abilities useful for understanding the needs of businesses.
The Enhancing Courses for the 2024/25 academic year are yet to be announced.
Startup Mindset
We believe that the same skills and abilities that are essential for starting a startup, such as leadership, problem-solving, resilience, strategy, risk-taking, and continuous learning, are valuable in any career path.
Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, students gain insights, methodology, and tools that can help them succeed as entrepreneurs and in any other profession.
Our study programs are ideal for those seeking to develop a versatile and comprehensive skill set.
Our faculty consists of experienced instructors with international experience, including academics, managers, startup founders, and consultants. Our partners are leading entities in their respective fields, and our alumni are innovators in their workplaces.
To provide our students with the best opportunities to interact with this community, we have created a unique 360-degree learning experience, where learning occurs through continuous dialogue and the exchange of knowledge and experiences with guest speakers and notable personalities, through group projects, case studies, challenges, hackathons, events, networking moments, and inspirational talks.
You will find information about requirements, the selection process, and related timelines in the Admission Notice.
To apply for the Bachelor’s Degree in AI & Data Science, you need:
- Hold a high school diploma obtained in Italy or from an Italian institute abroad,
- Or being currently enrolled in the final year of an Italian high school or an Italian institute abroad,
- Or having completed or being currently enrolled in a study program leading to a foreign degree recognized as suitable for admission.
Candidates must possess a language certification at an appropriate level to enroll. The accepted certifications are listed in the application announcement.
In some cases, it will be possible to access the course even without a certified English level. The accepted exemption cases are listed in the application announcement.
Each certification has particular characteristics, if you have doubts about which certification is most suitable for you, consult our Certification Guide.
As proof of mathematical knowledge, applicants are required to submit a completion certificate for one of the following tests during the application process:
If the applicant does not possess one of the certificates mentioned above, they must take an in-person math test at H-FARM College. Click the button below to learn more.
Admission Process
STEP 1 – Submit Your Online Application
You can apply for the course using the form on this page. Within the form, you will need to provide various details, including:
- Your personal information.
- Information about the school you are currently attending and the grades from your fourth year of high school.
- A motivational video in English – watch the video tutorial on how to create a motivational video.
- The English language certificate (if already in your possession).
STEP 2 – Interview
After submitting your online application, you will be contacted by the Admissions Team to schedule the time for your motivational interview, which will be conducted in English. Interviews will take place on the dates specified in the announcement.
During the interview phase, in addition to assessing motivation, academic and extracurricular experiences, your English proficiency will be evaluated, and an additional assessment of mathematical knowledge may be required.
Candidates who are deemed eligible for admission but possess insufficient mathematical knowledge may be required to attend a mandatory mathematics enhancement course provided by H-FARM College. Failure to address deficiencies by the end of the enhancement program will result in the loss of a spot within the program.
STEP 3 – Application Outcome
After the interview, you will receive the outcome of your application via email.
STEP 4 – Pre-enrollment or Enrollment
Admitted candidates will have the opportunity to accept the offer and proceed with pre-enrollment or enrollment depending on the cases, as indicated below:
ROUND 1, 2, and 3
Admitted candidates can pre-enroll in the course by either completing the pre-enrollment form received via email or by paying the deposit for the first installment of the tuition fee for the year 2025/2026.
IN OTHER ROUNDS
Admitted candidates can enroll in the course by either completing the enrollment form received via email or by paying the first installment of the fees for the academic year 2025/2026.
For the 2025/26 academic year, 7 application rounds will be available according to the timeline provided in the table below.
H-FARM College will allocate at least 15 spots for the program during Round 6. The Rolling option will only be activated if additional spots are available.
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EARLY DECISION
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01/10 – 15/11
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19/11
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21/11
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by 28/11
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01 – 31/07
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ROUND 1
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16/11 – 15/01
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17/01
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21/01
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by 28/01
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01 – 31/07
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ROUND 2
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16/01 – 15/03
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18/03
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20/03
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by 27/03
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01 – 31/07
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ROUND 3
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16/03 – 15/05
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20/05
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22/05
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by 29/05
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01 – 31/07
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ROUND 4
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16/05 – 30/06
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02/07
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04/07
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–
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01 – 31/07
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ROUND 5
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01/07 – 31/07
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05/08
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07/08
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by 19/08
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ROUND 6
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01/08 – 31/08
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02/09
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03/09
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–
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by 05/09
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ROLLING
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01/08 – 10/10
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Rolling
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the day following the interview
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Within 3 days of receiving the result and in any case by 16/10/2025
Deadline for submission of missing documents
At the time of the online application, it is not necessary to have the diploma or the English certificate.
These documents must be submitted by the following deadlines:
English Certificate: September 5th, 2025
Academic Title: October 16th, 2025
Early Admissions for the 4th Year of High School
It is possible to apply for the Bachelor’s Degree in AI & Data Science for the academic year 2026/27 even for students currently in their fourth year of high school.
Fourth-year students who wish to apply must complete the form below and follow the detailed process in the respective announcement.
Transfer with Credit Recognition and Access to Subsequent Years
Candidates intending to enroll in the program with recognition of previously obtained credits must:
- successfully complete the admission procedure for the program, as specified in the respective admission announcements published on the H-FARM College website.
- request credit recognition through the procedure outlined in this document.
For more information, write to admission.college@h-farm.com
Credit Recognition
To request access with credit recognition, the candidate must have completed phase 1 of the admission process (online application) as detailed in the admission announcement.
Documentation
The candidate must then send an email to admission.edu@h-farm.com with the following documentation:
- official transcript or self-certification of completed exams with their evaluations, including any upcoming exams
- abstract/syllabus of the courses for which credit recognition is requested
- abstract of the program in general and its educational objectives
All documents must be submitted in English or Italian, or in the original language with a certified translation in English.
Access to Subsequent Years
The year of enrollment will be determined based on the number of recognized credits:
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1 Year:
less than 120 credits (less than 60 ECTS)
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2 Year:
from 120 to 240 credits (from 60 ECTS to 120 ECTS)
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3 Year:
more than 240 credits (more than 120 ECTS)
Global Talent Grant
International Students
International Students, meaning students of non-Schengen nationality, will find information about the requirements, the selection process, and the associated timelines in the Admission Process available at the button below.
The fee for the Bachelor’s Degree in AI & Data Science for the academic year 2025/26 is €11,800 per year.
It is possible to pay the fee in three installments.
A student who pays the tuition fees after the indicated deadline in the contract will incur progressively in a penalty of €100 from the first day to the tenth day after the deadline; a penalty of €200 from the eleventh to the twentieth day after the deadline; a penalty of €200 and a block on the University career from the twenty-first day after the deadline onwards.
€5,000 (€780 + €4,220 if you choose to pre-enroll) to be paid during the enrollment process
€3,400 to be paid by January 15, 2025
€3,400 to be paid by May 15, 2025
Discover financing and facilitations for the academic programs at H-FARM College
Intesa Sanpaolo
“Per Merito” Financing
BNL
“Futuriamo” Financing
Business Intelligence Analysis
Final Experiential Term. For the development of students’ knowledge and skills.
During the second semester of the third year, all students will have the opportunity to apply the skills learned during their course of study by choosing one of the following options:
Internship project
An internship in a company or organization, in Italy or abroad, accompanied by an intensive week of lectures on research and analysis methods in the business field.
Pre-Accelerator
An opportunity to work closely with H-FARM consultants and develop one’s own startup project.
Dissertation
An individual study and research work accompanied by an intensive week of lectures on research and analysis methods in the business field.
At H-FARM College, students can take advantage of various “LEARNING ON THE JOB” opportunities to enhance their employability and develop an entrepreneurial mindset.
There are numerous “JOB ON CAMPUS” opportunities available, providing students with a chance to get involved, develop useful skills, and earn some income during their university years.
For instance, students can apply for positions within LUMINA, an agency structured like a real consulting firm, where professionals and faculty from H-FARM College serve as mentors.
Another opportunity is to join the FARMEDIA team, a media agency that engages in activities typical of the digital communication industry.
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